Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 3:46PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 2:46pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 346 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles west of Bondurant, which is 20 miles east of Alpine, moving
east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Bondurant around 355 PM MDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains; Salt River and Wyoming Ranges; Upper Green River Basin Foothills
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov